Load Size Best Practice; Weighing Goods - Milnor MilTouch Operator's Manual

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3.3.2

Load Size Best Practice

load size the dry weight (in pounds or kilograms) of a load of goods. Specific goods types can
require specific load sizes and these can vary significantly.
capacity the load size rating for a washer-extractor, as stated in the specifications shown on the
product brochure. This rating does not reflect factors such as goods type and soil content.
CAUTION: Incorrect load sizes — can cause premature machine wear, excessive re-
On a divided-cylinder machine, put approximately the same weight of goods in each
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compartment.
For your machine, there is a correct load size for each type of goods you process. You will get the
best performance from your machine if you use the correct load sizes. Under-loading can make it
difficult for the machine to distribute (balance) the goods before extraction. This can cause exces-
sive recycles (when the machine repeatedly tries to distribute the goods). Occasional small loads
may be necessary, but keep these to a minimum. Over-loading can put increased stress on ma-
chine components and reduce wash quality.
When your machine was purchased, your Milnor
determine the optimum machine for your needs. This took into account factors such as the types
of goods to be washed and the expected soil content of the goods, which can cause the correct
load size to vary greatly among goods types. For example, the more bulky the goods, the smaller
the permissible load size. The correct load sizes will be what was previously determined when
the machine was purchased. If you do not already have a chart of the goods types to be processed
and their correct load sizes, request one from your supervisor or laundry management.
3.3.2.1

Weighing Goods

Build loads of the correct size for the best performance from your machine. The most accurate
method to build loads of the correct size is to weigh each load as you assemble it.
If your machine is connected to a Mildata
scale, weighing-type load conveyor, etc. and manually enter the weight into the Remote Formula
window (Figure 10: Remote Formula Window, page 21
will pass this information to the Mildata
Alternatively, machines equipped with the optional weighing system (load cells) can weigh the
goods automatically as you load them into the cylinder. However, the controller will not send load
weights measured with load cells to the Mildata
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cycles (which extends formula time), and poor wash quality.
Use a chart of goods types and load sizes from your supervisor or laun-
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dry management.
Minimize the number of small loads.
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Use a scale to determine when a load is the correct size.
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